Ilyas Chaira returned to full fitness after suffering a shoulder dislocation during a preseason friendly with Real Oviedo in early August, which required surgery.
Diari de Girona reported that the 25-year-old winger missed the entire start of the season before making his comeback two matchdays ago.
In his first start since returning, Chaira scored the second goal for the Asturian side in a 2–1 victory against Cádiz. Before his injury, he held the full confidence of former manager Javi Calero, though Calero could only deploy him in two matches before being dismissed.
Chaira Signed a Permanent Contract Until 2028
Real Oviedo signed Chaira permanently from Girona in the summer of 2025 for 1.5 million euros. The transfer followed a mandatory purchase clause triggered when the Asturian club achieved promotion to the top flight during the 2024–25 loan agreement, and his current contract runs until 2028.
During the previous campaign, the player from Ripoll stood out as one of Oviedo’s most productive performers, netting six goals despite the team’s relegation. That tally included a decisive strike against his former club during Girona’s visit to the Carlos Tartiere, which ended in a 1–0 victory for Oviedo.
Future Role Under New Management
With Raúl now leading the technical staff at the Carlos Tartiere, the winger’s exact tactical role remains to be evaluated following the coaching change. Across three seasons with Real Oviedo, Chaira has featured in nearly every available fixture whenever healthy.
Oviedo prepares for its upcoming league fixtures as the coaching staff assesses squad availability following the international break and recent roster adjustments.
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